[JustinP10]

Hmm.... interesting topic... I've owned both an automatic G20 and a 5-spd G20 (current car)... The auto is slower off the line, but I could get better reaction times... G-tech testing showed that just mashing the gas is the best off the line (instantaneous G's measured by passenger), and the O/D didn't make a difference, and the shifter button (power/touring I think) didn't make a difference, if your foot was down, it'd go all the way to redline I also noticed on both cars, a good way to increase throttle response is to tighten up the throttle cable as tight as it'll go (with a little slack so it's not holding the throttle open of course). that makes a big difference in off the line feel of the auto and my shifting on the 5-spd too. With the cable tightened all the way, ripping gears is much easier (ACT clutch helps alot too ). BTW, I never really did an auto vs. 5-spd 0-60 or 1/4mi. comparison... BUT... I know my 5-spd is quicker off the line and it feels quite a bit faster in first. However, once into second it's even money, except for maybe the weight difference between the auto and 5-spd cars... 80lbs i think?

Wow, that was long